Week 21 of nesting! In this episode I, Alex Amorginos, look into the claim that muscle can be not just sustained but built while in a caloric deficit.Discussion Topics:What is a Deficit?How Does a Deficit Work?Literature Surrounding the Claim.K

#20 - Energy Systems

May 19th, 2021 51m 1s

Week 20 of nesting! In this episode I (Alex Amorginos) we go have a look at the energy systems of the body. We touch upon the ATP-PCr system, the Glycolytic System and the Oxidative SystemDiscussion Topics:What are calories and ATP?Functions of

Back to Basics #2 - Muscle Gain

May 13th, 2021 41m 4s

Welcome to the 2nd episode of the new series of The Nest Podcast, Back to Basics! In this episode I (Alex Amorginos) we go have a look at the fundamentals of muscle gain and how to go about putting on muscle mass the right way!Discussion Topics

#19 - BCAAs and Their Uses

May 5th, 2021 22m 33s

Week 19 of nesting! In this episode I (Alex Amorginos) we go have a look at the uses of BCAAs. Are they a good investment or a waste of money?Discussion Topics:Background info.What are they?Types of amino acids.BCAAs and strength.BCAAs and fati

Back to Basics - Weight and Fat Loss

Apr 21st, 2021 44m 59s

Welcome to the new series of The Nest Podcast, Back to Basics! In this episode I (Alex Amorginos) we go have a look at the fundamentals of weight loss and how to go about weight loss correctly.Discussion Topics:The concept of weight loss.How to

#18 - DOs and DONTs of Going Back to Gyms

Apr 16th, 2021 44m 31s

With the lockdown in the UK having eased, gyms are now back open. Here are a few things you should do and a few things you should not do!Discussion Topics:Types of training (hypertrophy, endurance, flexibility, strength and power).DOs and DONTs

#17.5 - Reverse Dieting

Apr 7th, 2021 30m 44s

Your usual Wednesday of Nesting! In this episode I (Alex Amorginos) look at reverse dieting. This very new, not very researched idea has been thrown around a lot. So let's talk about it!Discussion Topics:What is reverse dieting?The benefits of

#17 - Foam Rollers... Yay or Nay?

Mar 31st, 2021 49m 50s

Your usual Wednesday hour of Nesting! In this episode I (Alex Amorginos) roll onto the idea of foam rollers. Are they good? Do they deliver what they promise? Or can they harm you?Discussion Topics:History of Foam RollersPerceived Benefits Foam

#16 - Exercise and the Immune System

Mar 24th, 2021 59m 38s

Your usual Wednesday hour of Nesting! In this episode I (Alex Amorginos) dive into the effects exercise has on our immune system. Is it the hero we think it is?Discussion Topics:The Innate and Adaptive Immune SystemExercise and Illness Suscepti

#15 - Glycogen & Exercise

Mar 17th, 2021 53m 37s

This weeks is a good one, episode 15 of The Nest Podcast! In this episode I (Alex Amorginos) explain what glycogen is, its uses, the way it's metabolised and how it's used in different forms of exercise.Discussion Topics:Glycogen Background Inf

#14 - Benefits of Ice Baths

Mar 10th, 2021 1h 3m

Episode 14 of The Nest Podcast! In this episode I (Alex Amorginos) dive into (excuse the pun) cold water immersion (CWI) and ice baths. Looking at the benefits, risks and potential drawbacks.Discussion Topics:Background Information CWI and Reco

#13 - Nutrient Timing and the Anabolic Window

Feb 24th, 2021 1h 2m

Episode 13 of The Nest Podcast! In this episode I (Alex Amorginos) look into Nutrient Timing and the infamous anabolic window. Is it worth losing your mind over?Discussion Topics:Sports Vs Performance Nutrition?Key factors of nutrition.The conc

#12 - Gym and Physical Activity

Feb 17th, 2021 1h 5m

Episode 12 of The Nest Podcast! In this episode I (Alex Amorginos) talk about the benefits of gym and physical activity on physical and mental health. I also give you some tips on starting out going to the gym, and I also talk about a lot of th

# 11 - Six Nations & Super Bowl LV

Feb 11th, 2021 53m 18s

Episode 11 of The Nest Podcast! In this episode Alex briefly discusses the performance of the first two games of the Six Nations and goes into detail on the performance of Kansas and Tampa Bay in Super Bowl LV.Discussion Topics:Italy vs FranceE

#10 - Fad or Fab with Meg

Feb 3rd, 2021 1h 3m

Episode 10 of The Nest Podcast! In this episode Alex and Meg discuss some well known ideas and products and debate whether they think they are fad or fab!Discussion Topics:JuicingAb Toners Resistance BandsIntermittent FastingCheck out other pod

#9 - Hypoxia & Altitude Masks

Jan 27th, 2021 40m 17s

Episode 9 of The Nest Podcast! In this episode Alex looks into Hypoxia and altitude masks. How do they work? Are they effective? Most importantly, are they safe?Discussion Topics:What is Hypoxia and Hypoxemia?Effects of chronic hypoxia?Altitude

#8 - Blood Flow Restriction Training

Jan 20th, 2021 47m 21s

Episode 8 of The Nest Podcast! In this episode Alex looks into Blood Flow Restriction Training also known as BFR.Discussion Topics:What is it?How does it work?The physiology of hypertrophy.The physiology of BFR.Safety concerns.How should it be

#7 - The Science Behind Steroids

Jan 13th, 2021 37m 49s

DISCLAIMER!Alex is not a medical doctor, he and the N.E.S.T. Podcast do not, in any way, condone the use of performance enhancing drugs (PEDs). This video is for education purposes only and contain personal opinions.Episode 7 of The Nest Podcas

#6 - Fad Diets: The Ins and Outs

Jan 6th, 2021 59m 11s

Episode 6 of The Nest Podcast! In this episode Alex looks into different fad diets such as; the Low Carb Diet; Weight Watchers; Veganism and the Keto diet.Discussion Topics:How do fad diets work?The Low Carb DietHigh Carb-Low Fat DietWeight Wat

Bonus

#5.5 - Tips on How to Dominate your 2021 New Years Resolutions

Jan 1st, 2021 23m 32s

HAPPY NEW YEAR! I hope you had an amazing New Years Eve and here is to 2021 being x20 better than 2020. In this episode I give some tips as a Personal Trainer on how you can dominate your 2021 resolution and not be like the rest of the people w

#5 - What Supplements Are Worth The Money?

Dec 30th, 2020 57m 43s

In this episode we look at different supplements, which ones are useful and which ones are rubbish? Which do you need and which should you avoid? Fat burners, protein, BCAAs... Are they worth it?

#4 - Muscle Activation & Hypertrophy

Dec 16th, 2020 39m 7s

In this episode we look at what the links are between muscle activation and hypertrophy. Should you be doing exercises to "activate" your muscles or is it just a waste of your time?

#3 - How Many Times a Week Should you Train?

Dec 9th, 2020 52m 35s

In this episode we look at how many times a week you should train for muscle growth and strength as well as a few other bits that you don't want to miss out on.

#2 - Does Weight Lifting Stunt Growth?

Dec 2nd, 2020 58m 8s

In this episode we look at the science behind the myth "weight lifting stunts growth". Using scientific studies and research, we debunk and disprove the above question.

#1 - Creatine 101

Nov 25th, 2020 44m 34s

Introducing the new segment of the podcast called the N.E.S.T. . This is the series where all things Nutrition, Exercise, Sport and Training will be discussed including supplementation, diet, sport performance and many more.

Rate